Thurston County today announced its 21st Annual National Adoption Day Celebration on Thursday, November 20, and invited the community to join the in-person event at the County’s Family & Juvenile Court in Tumwater, Washington. Learn more...

Thurston County is home to one of Washington State's largest veteran populations, and is proud to provide support, resources and services specifically tailored for veterans and their families. Learn more...

The Thurston County Auditor’s Office officially opened a new, modern Ballot Processing Center (BPC). This state-of-the-art facility will ensure safe, secure, and transparent elections for the community. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the end of years of planning and work. This effort created a permanent home for Thurston County Elections. 

Thurston County’s Board of County Commissioners will host three public hearings on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. to receive public testimony on a proposed Martin Way Rezone, a proposed Black Lake Quarry (Littlerock) Rezone, and proposed changes to the County's Permit Review Process Code. Learn more...

The County’s Solid Waste division is hosting a fall Fix-It Fair at the Lacey MakerSpace on Wednesday, November 5 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Volunteer fixers will be on hand to help repair clothing, lamps, housewares, jewelry, small appliances, and more. The event is free and open to all.

Thurston County's Citizens' Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials voted to retain current salaries for the Thurston County Commissioners in 2026. Members acknowledged a letter from the Board — dated April 29, 2025, in which the board asked to skip salary increases this year — was a factor in their decision.